IDENTIFY & EXPLORE SMALL BUSINESS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
The following funding opportunities are active as of June 2, 2025. Please check back every month for new additions and updates.
Wealth & Wellness - Financial Transformation Program
Amount: $1,000 (valued at)
Deadline: June 18th
Learn more here
A 9-part series of a financial wellness program for participants located in the DMV Offered in partnership with the Latino Economic Development Center and the Office of Women’s Initiatives (OWI), powered by WACIF.
The Progressive® Driving Small Business Forward Grant
Amount: $50,000
Deadline: June 20th
Learn more here
In partnership with Hello Alice, Progressive® is awarding $50,000 grants to 20 small businesses that rely on vehicles to operate and grow. Recipients will also gain access to a 12-week virtual Boost Camp coaching program, providing valuable resources and connections to help take their business to the next level!
Verizon Small Business Grant
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: June 30th
Learn more here
Digital Ready is giving away $10k grants to deserving business owners and starting to accept applications this April. You can sign up for Digital Ready (for free!) and take courses now in order to become eligible when the grant opens.
Faire Small Business Grant
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: June 30th
Learn more here
Faire provides $5,000 grants to select new retail businesses to help them stock their stores and cover their inventory expenses. To be eligible, applicants must be U.S.-based and have opened their retail store within the last year or plan to open this year.
Nathan Cummings Foundation Grants for Racial, Economic, and Environmental Justice
Amount: Variable
Deadline June 30th
Learn more here
Funding is available to nonprofits committed to advancing racial, economic, and environmental justice through transformative initiatives. Proposals that demonstrate long-term impact are prioritized.
Exelon Corporate Giving Program
Amount: Variable
Learn more here
Provides grants to nonprofit organizations that demonstrate a proven track record in addressing key community needs. Funding priorities include education, the environment, arts and culture, and local programs and services.
Coalition Guide to Small Business Financing in Spanish
Descargar Guía en Español
Download Guide in English
Connect2Capital Financial Education Center
Learn more here
LEDC Funding
Learn more here
WACIF Small Business Loans
Learn more here
DC Shop Small: Shop Small, Big Impact
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LEDC Funding for Hispanic & Latino Owned Businesses
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US Chamber of Commerce Funding Resources
Learn more
Additional Resources to Explore
12 Quick Tips for Better Grant Writing
Accounting Basics Every New Business Owner Should Learn
Bookkeeping Basics for Small Business Owners
Cash Flow Improvements for Small Business Owners
Funding for Small Business Owners
Guide to Funding Your Small Business with Business Loans and Beyond
How to Establish and Build Business Credit
Key Accounting Tasks That Should Be Done Quarterly
SBA 504 Small Business Loans
SBA 7(a) Working Capital Pilot Program Financing
Wealth & Wellness - Financial Transformation Program
Amount: $1,000 (valued at)
Deadline: June 18th
Learn more here
A 9-part series of a financial wellness program for participants located in the DMV Offered in partnership with the Latino Economic Development Center and the Office of Women’s Initiatives (OWI), powered by WACIF.
The Progressive® Driving Small Business Forward Grant
Amount: $50,000
Deadline: June 20th
Learn more here
In partnership with Hello Alice, Progressive® is awarding $50,000 grants to 20 small businesses that rely on vehicles to operate and grow. Recipients will also gain access to a 12-week virtual Boost Camp coaching program, providing valuable resources and connections to help take their business to the next level!
Verizon Small Business Grant
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: June 30th
Learn more here
Digital Ready is giving away $10k grants to deserving business owners and starting to accept applications this April. You can sign up for Digital Ready (for free!) and take courses now in order to become eligible when the grant opens.
Faire Small Business Grant
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: June 30th
Learn more here
Faire provides $5,000 grants to select new retail businesses to help them stock their stores and cover their inventory expenses. To be eligible, applicants must be U.S.-based and have opened their retail store within the last year or plan to open this year.
Nathan Cummings Foundation Grants for Racial, Economic, and Environmental Justice
Amount: Variable
Deadline June 30th
Learn more here
Funding is available to nonprofits committed to advancing racial, economic, and environmental justice through transformative initiatives. Proposals that demonstrate long-term impact are prioritized.
Exelon Corporate Giving Program
Amount: Variable
Learn more here
Provides grants to nonprofit organizations that demonstrate a proven track record in addressing key community needs. Funding priorities include education, the environment, arts and culture, and local programs and services.
Coalition Guide to Small Business Financing in Spanish
Descargar Guía en Español
Download Guide in English
Connect2Capital Financial Education Center
Learn more here
LEDC Funding
Learn more here
WACIF Small Business Loans
Learn more here
DC Shop Small: Shop Small, Big Impact
Learn more
LEDC Funding for Hispanic & Latino Owned Businesses
Learn more
US Chamber of Commerce Funding Resources
Learn more
Additional Resources to Explore
12 Quick Tips for Better Grant Writing
Accounting Basics Every New Business Owner Should Learn
Bookkeeping Basics for Small Business Owners
Cash Flow Improvements for Small Business Owners
Funding for Small Business Owners
Guide to Funding Your Small Business with Business Loans and Beyond
How to Establish and Build Business Credit
Key Accounting Tasks That Should Be Done Quarterly
SBA 504 Small Business Loans
SBA 7(a) Working Capital Pilot Program Financing
